How Much Is a Private Jet from London to Paris?
Flying by private jet from London to Paris is one of the most in-demand short-haul routes in Europe. Whether for business, a weekend escape, or a same-day turnaround, the journey takes around 45 minutes and offers total flexibility, privacy, and speed.
But what does it actually cost?
Here is the full breakdown of private jet prices from London to Paris in 2025, including aircraft types, fees, and insider tips to get the best rate.
Typical Price Range for a Private Jet: London → Paris
Prices vary depending on aircraft size, seasonality, departure airport, and how close to the flight date you book.
💷 Average One-Way Pricing
Light Jet: £6,000 – £9,000
Midsize Jet: £9,000 – £14,000
Heavy Jet: £15,000 – £25,000
VIP / Ultra-Long-Range Jet: £25,000 – £45,000+
These are point-to-point charter estimates departing from London Luton, Farnborough, Biggin Hill, or London City Private Jet Centre and landing at Paris Le Bourget.
What Influences the Price?
1. Aircraft Type
A light jet is perfect for 2–6 passengers, while a heavy jet suits 10–14 travellers.
Light Jet Examples: Citation CJ2, Phenom 300
Midsize Jet Examples: Hawker 900XP, Citation Latitude
Heavy Jet Examples: Falcon 2000, Challenger 650
Ultra-Long-Range Examples: Gulfstream G650/700, Global 7500
The bigger the cabin, the higher the hourly rate.
2. One-Way vs Round Trip
A return journey in one day is much cheaper than spreading your trip across multiple days, because:
The aircraft doesn’t need overnight parking.
You avoid repositioning fees.
Crew duty time doesn’t exceed limits.
Same-day return: from £10,000 – £16,000
Overnight return: from £12,000 – £22,000+
3. Airport Fees
Different airports charge different:
Landing fees
Handling fees
Parking fees
Passenger taxes
Farnborough and Luton generally have higher fees, but offer world-class FBO lounges.
4. Empty Legs (Best Value)
You can save 40–70% by booking an empty leg flight — a jet repositioning without passengers.
Typical empty leg London ↔ Paris pricing:
£2,000 – £5,000 depending on aircraft.
These appear last-minute, so flexibility is key.
Example Price Breakdown (Light Jet)
Cost ComponentEstimated CostBase Charter (1 hour)£4,500 – £6,500Handling & Landing Fees£600 – £1,200Passenger Taxes~£78 per passengerCrew / Ops / Fuel Surcharges£500 – £1,000
Total one-way: £6,000 – £9,000
Which Airports to Use?
London Departures
Farnborough – most luxurious FBO, fastest boarding
Luton – largest selection of aircraft
Biggin Hill – closest to central London
London City (LCY Jet Centre) – ultra-convenient for Canary Wharf
Paris Arrivals
Le Bourget (LBG) – Europe’s busiest private jet airport
20 minutes from the Champs-Élysées
How to Get the Best Rate
✔ Be flexible with time and departure airport
✔ Choose a light jet unless you need more space
✔ Ask for empty legs or shared legs
✔ Avoid peak times (fashion week, Wimbledon, art fairs)
✔ Book 7–14 days in advance for optimal pricing
Who Is This Route Best For?
Business travellers needing same-day meetings
Couples escaping to Paris for 24–48 hours
Families or groups travelling with luggage
VIPs needing privacy and speed
Ultra-luxury travellers combining with hotels like Ritz Paris, Cheval Blanc, and La Réserve
Final Thoughts
The London–Paris route is the gold standard of short-haul private jet travel — fast, flexible, and surprisingly affordable when shared across a group. Whether you’re flying for a business meeting or a Parisian weekend, a private jet offers complete control over your schedule and a seamless, luxury experience from door to door.